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Mid-Level Model Based Systems Engineer

PeopleTecHuntsville, ALPosted Oct 6, 2026 · open 20 days

Last confirmed open Oct 26, 2026

Full-timeMid LevelTS/SCI

Before you apply

U.S. citizenship required
Only U.S. citizens can be hired for this role.
TS/SCI clearance
A clearance is preferred, not required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Experience or training can stand in for the degree.

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Mid-Level Model Based Systems Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL location.

PeopleTec is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development of Next Generation Missile Defense system-level requirements. This position plays a key role in defining, analyzing, and managing requirements spanning the entire system life cycle - from concept development through testing and deployment.

Duties:

  • Lead system-level requirements definition and traceability across multiple MDA and external programs.
  • Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using CAMEO Systems Modeler to create, integrate, and maintain a comprehensive multi-layered architecture.
  • Model and document system components, behaviors, and interfaces across multiple agencies to support the Next Generation Missile Defense architecture.
  • Capture, analyze, and validate functional and performance requirements to ensure mission success.
  • Conduct trade-off analyses and assess system scalability and integration impacts.
  • Maintain continuous traceability from mission objectives through test and deployment.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and external partners to ensure system alignment with strategic defense goals.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or MBSE (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Proven experience in systems engineering supporting missile defense or other complex defense systems.
  • Expertise with MBSE principles, SysML, and CAMEO Systems Modeler.
  • Strong understanding of MDA system architectures, lifecycle processes, and verification/validation.
  • Ability to translate high-level mission objectives into detailed technical requirements.
  • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • An active DoD Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance upon hire is preferred.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred. (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [email protected] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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Job Details
Company
Location
Huntsville, AL
Type
Full-time
Level
Mid Level
Experience
5+ years
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Required Skills
Systems EngineeringModel-Based Systems EngineeringSysMLCAMEO Systems ModelerRequirements DefinitionRequirements TraceabilitySystem ArchitectureVerification and ValidationTrade-off AnalysisMissile DefenseMDA System ArchitecturesLifecycle Processes
Benefits
  • continuing-education opportunities
  • robust training programs
  • People First benefits package
  • employee-owned

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